Albert L. Johnston
Jun 3, 2026
Albert L. Johnston, age 100, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away peacefully at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg, Nebraska on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
Albert was born in North Platte on February 3, 1926, to Alvin Stirrup and Martha Luanne (Pope) Johnston. There he grew up with his many siblings, attending school and then starting work at a young age to help...
Delbert Ray Anderson
Jun 1, 2026
Delbert “Andy” Ray Anderson, age 93, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 at Linden Court.
Andy was born in Minden, Nebraska on November 12, 1932, to Eldon and Velma (White) Anderson. He grew up on his family’s farm in Axtell, Nebraska, working with his family while attending school. After entering adulthood, Andy met the love of his...
Robert "Bob" A Wilkinson
May 29, 2026
Robert A Wilkinson of North Platte passed away May 29, 2026, at the age of 75. Bob was born on April 5, 1951, to Calvin Leon and Marseleen (Pursley) Wilkinson in Stratton, NE. His family moved to Benkelman and returned back to Stratton where he graduated from high school. At a young age, he began working for a rancher north...
Jolene "Jody" M. Jimenez
May 27, 2026
Jolene (Jody) Marie Jimenez (Lauer), 72, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on January 15, 1954, in Julesburg, Colorado to the late John and Helen Lauer (Sanger), Jody attended elementary school in Ovid, Colorado and graduated from Revere Senior High School in 1972. She worked for 34 years as a...
Velda J Cassell
May 24, 2026
Velda June Cassell, 73, of Stapleton, Nebraska, passed away surrounded by family on May 24, 2026. Born and raised in the region, Velda graduated from Ogallala High School and spent much of her adult life serving her community—both through her work and volunteerism. For more than 25 years, she was the manager of the North Platte Dairy Queen, where she...
Mary Ellen Mikesell
May 21, 2026
Mary Ellen Mikesell
October 20, 1941 – May 21, 2026
Mary Ellen Mikesell, 84, of North Platte, Nebraska, formerly of Colorado, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at Accura Healthcare of North Platte.
Mary was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on October 20, 1941, to Archie and Ellen (French) Phinney. She grew up on the Nez Perce Indian Reservation in Lapwai, Idaho. With...
Tia Faith Baird
May 14, 2026
Tia Faith Baird, a devoted caretaker and compassionate individual, passed away on May 14, 2026, in Sutherland, Nebraska. Born on January 19, 1983, Tia dedicated much of her life to serving others, embodying kindness and unwavering commitment throughout her career and personal life.
A proud graduate of Sidney High School, Class of 2001, in Sidney, Nebraska, Tia pursued higher education at...
Kenny Wiezorek
May 12, 2026
Kenny Wiezorek March 8, 1960 – May 12, 2026 Kenny Wiezorek, 66, of Maricopa, Arizona, went home to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 12, 2026, surrounded by loved ones at home.
Kenny had recently moved to what he lovingly called his “happy place” in Arizona on March 17, 2026. Born to Donald and Janice Wiezorek, Kenny was the...
Karen K Conley
May 10, 2026
Karen K. Conley, born on October 26, 1939, in Arnold, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at Linden Court. She was a warm and welcoming person who always had a kind word for everyone she met. Karen’s life was marked by simple joys and meaningful connections.
Karen attended a country school through the 8th grade in Hoaglund, Nebraska, and...
William Vincent Drost
May 9, 2026
William Vincent Drost, of North Platte, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, at the age of 85.
Born on October 24, 1940, in Ogallala, NE, to Dr. William (Doc) Drost and Muriel (Min) Welsh Drost. William was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, businessman, and longtime member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.
William loved golfing, hunting, football, and most of all, spending...
William "Bill" Lloyd House
May 7, 2026
William “Bill” Lloyd House, 72, of North Platte, NE, passed away on May 7, 2026, at Great Plains Health Hospital.
Bill was born May 14, 1953, in Scottsbluff, NE, to Harold and Bettie (Poland) House. Bill grew up on the family farm and graduated from Minatare High School in 1971. The following year, he started his law enforcement career as a...
Mary A. Hurd
May 7, 2026
Mary A. Hurd passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, in North Platte, Nebraska. , She was born on May 11, 1946, in Denver, Colorado, to Sylvester O. and Blanche A. (Breit) McGee. She was a cherished individual whose life was marked by dedication, warmth, and an unparalleled commitment to her work and loved ones.
Mary's early years were spent in...
Linda Lee Harris
May 2, 2026
Linda Lee Harris-Brandt, devoted wife, and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, in North Platte, Nebraska. She was born on January 29, 1962, to Karl and Patricia (Hervey) Krausman in Erie, Colorado, After the early death of her mother, her father married Katie Kunzie, who became a wonderful mother to Linda. Linda spent her...
Lynn B. Melchert
Apr 30, 2026
Lynn B. Melchert, 68, of North Platte passed away April 30, 2026, peacefully in his sleep.. He was born January 9, 1958 to Burdette and Patricia (Shackelford) Melchert in McCook.
Lynn grew up west of McCook on the family farm. He attended McCook High School and graduated with the class of 1976. Lynn attended Kearney State college and received a business...
Carol Y Eshleman
Apr 26, 2026
Carol Y (Olson) Eshleman, age 83, of Hershey, passed away on April 26th at Great Plains Health, North Platte Nebraska. Carol was born on February 4, 1943, at Emmons, Minnesota to Carl and Clarice (Gordon) Olson.
The Olsons moved from Minnesota to Kansas when Carol was just 2 years old. Her elementary education began in Dresden, KS and continued in Wellfleet,...
Ronald Henry James Jr.
Apr 20, 2026
Ronald Henry James Jr. passed away surrounded by the love of family and the many memories he created throughout his life. He was welcomed into Heaven with open arms by his beloved wife, Stacy Johnson James; his son, Anthony James; his parents, Ronald James and Delores Hart; and so many other cherished loved ones who were surely waiting to embrace...
Virginia "Ginger" Snodgrass
Apr 20, 2026
Virginia “Ginger” Snodgrass, age 86, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away on April 20, 2026, in North Platte. She was born on November 23, 1939, in Cozad, Nebraska, to Robert and Elenora (Jahorek) Maiefski.
Virginia grew up in Hemingford, Nebraska, where she graduated from Hemingford High School. She furthered her education by attending Business School in Rapid City, South Dakota. Her...
Joy E. Boyer
Apr 19, 2026
Joy Elaine (Thurston) Boyer, 85, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 19th at Linden Court in North Platte, NE. She was born in Hyannis, NE January 25, 1941 to Charles and Pauline (Gottlob) Thurston.
Joy was the third of four children: she had two older brothers, Bill and Johnny, and a younger sister, Marilyn. Joy attended school in Hyannis...
Ernest John Mohr
Apr 18, 2026
Ernest John Mohr, age 65 died on April 18, 2026 at the Adept Nursing Rehab in North Platte, NE. He was born on June 4,1960 in Grand Island, NE.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and MaryAnn (Cook) Mohr.
Surviving are his eleven siblings including John (Kathy) Quinlan of York, NE, William (Kay) Mohr of Kearney, NE, Jim (Mary)...
Janice "Jan" Louise Bollish
Apr 12, 2026
Janice “Jan” Louise (Baker) Bollish passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026 at the age of 91 in North Platte, Nebraska.
Janice was born on July 24, 1934, in Ericson, Nebraska, to Ernest “Stanley” and Hilma Baker, the youngest of four daughters. Her childhood was shaped by life on the farm, where she helped her mother in the home and worked...
